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Government Funded Childcare in Leicester

Discover flexible, government-funded childcare options for 2 to 4-year-olds. Hine Park Day Nursery offers free 15- and 30-hour sessions, providing high-quality early education that helps your child thrive without financial burden.

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Government-Funded Childcare

At Hine Park Day Nursery, we offer government-funded childcare, helping families access high-quality early education. Eligible families can take advantage of free 15-hour and 30-hour childcare places, providing essential support for children’s early development at no additional cost.

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Government Funding Options

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Free 2-Year-Old Government-Funded Sessions

Your 2-year-old may be eligible for 15 hours of free childcare per week for 38 weeks (term-time) if you meet specific criteria, such as receiving certain benefits or if your child is looked after by a local authority.
Eligible benefits include:

  • Income Support

  • Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)

  • Universal Credit (household income of £15,400 or less after tax)

  • Other qualifying circumstances such as having an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan or receiving Disability Living Allowance.

Free Childcare for 3- and 4-Year-Olds

We offer free 15-hour and 30-hour childcare places for 3- and 4-year-olds. These government-funded places allow your child to engage in a structured, fun learning environment that helps prepare them for school while offering flexibility and affordability to parents.

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How to Apply for Funding

Applying for government-funded childcare is simple. We guide you through the application process, ensuring you have the necessary documents and information. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.

What our customers say about us

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"I looked at many nurseries in my area this nursery is probably the furthest away but it's worth the journey my son really enjoys going and we have seen a huge difference as he is very confident and tries to be very independent. The staff are wonderful and I would highly recommend this nursery to my friends and family!"  

Discover Government Funding Options for Your Child's Nursery Care

Learn how our government-funded childcare options can support your family and provide quality early education for your child.

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